Nemaha Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Nemaha Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 81.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 267 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,568 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02524 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nemaha Road Dam?
Nemaha Road Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Nemaha Road Dam?
Nemaha Road Dam is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nemaha Road Dam built?
Nemaha Road Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Nemaha Road Dam?
Nemaha Road Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nemaha Road Dam?
Nemaha Road Dam has a dam height of 35 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Nemaha Road Dam last inspected?
Nemaha Road Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.